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Letter: I look forward to George W. Bush’s dialogue with President Helble

Responding to Dean Caivano’s criticism of inviting former President George W. Bush, the author says two words were missing — “Saddam Hussein” — and recalls Saddam’s 24-year rule and invasions of Iran and Kuwait.

Published Sep 9, 2026, 5:00 PM EDT | Lehigh University

In a letter to the editor, a Lehigh University colleague rebuts Dean Caivano’s criticism of the campus invitation to former President George W. Bush by pointing to Saddam Hussein. The author notes Saddam ruled Iraq for 24 years and started wars by invading Iran in 1980 and Kuwait in 1990, and says they look forward to Bush’s dialogue with President Helble.